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WhiteReef 
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 Topic: Blade Gorgonian
Posted: March 16 2010 at 4:26pm |
With all the stuff I received from TBS, things have been looking good. However, I have had issues locating a place for the blade gorgonian. I think I finally found a good spot for it about three days ago, but it was in a crappy spot for about a week. Now that it seems happier, it has a slight issue. On at least one of the blades there is a patch of brown diatoms that is forming. Should I just wait it out to see if it clears up or can I use a toothbrush to brush it off with?
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Posted: March 16 2010 at 4:28pm |
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These are actually somewhat similar to leathers in that they will shed an outer layer ever few weeks, and it often has a brownish tint. I would wait to see if it is shedding. Also you'll want to make sure it does get some light, because these gorgs do perform photosynthesis.
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Posted: March 16 2010 at 4:32pm |
Nice tank! 
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Posted: March 16 2010 at 4:38pm |
Steve - Thanks. That was my thought as it did the shedding thing when I first put it in. Also it is getting a bit of light, so I think it is okay, but I will watch it.
Jeff - thanks!
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Posted: March 16 2010 at 5:34pm |
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man that would make a sweet seahorse tank =)
it looks awesome I love all the sponges
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Posted: March 16 2010 at 6:04pm |
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I have mine in full light with med flow. it sheds about every 2 wks I just squirt it with my baster. I have been amazed at the growth.
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Posted: March 23 2010 at 12:32am |
Rich -
That is a seriously sweet looking tank you have there!
And why aren't you on the Reef Tour showing it off???!!!
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WhiteReef
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Posted: March 23 2010 at 9:49am |
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Thanks. As far as the tour, I seriously considered it, but I have a scout camp that day. So I won't be home until later, and I don't think the wife is up to it in my absence.
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WhiteReef
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Posted: March 23 2010 at 11:31am |
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Well I take it back. The camp dates changed and so I just might be able to convince my wife to have our house open for the tour.
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Posted: March 24 2010 at 4:14pm |
Rich -
Cool  Let me know if you can do the Tour.
I have another home or 2 signing up that I need to add tonight -
Just give the word and I add you in as well!
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